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Hometown showcase The Centennial Middle School and Elementary Cheer Teams perform their competition routines at a showcase for their families. Due to all of the COVID-19 restrictions, parents have had very few opportunities to see their children perform. See more photos on page 7.

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Area church opens doors to help youth BY SHANNON GRANHOLM LEAD EDITOR

Staff at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Circle Pines saw a need and jumped into action to try to fill that need. The church, located at 1 Shepherd Court in Circle Pines, has launched a program called “Open Door.” The program not only helps students in grades 6-12 with their homework, but also gives them a chance to be social in a safe setting. Pastor Ted Diedrick is a member of the confab group, which has been around for 40 years. The group is made up community members from various different sectors of the

community, including churches, law enforcement, Anoka County and the Centennial School District. The confab typically meets three times a year to put their skills, knowledge and resources to work. “I was hearing that the kids are falling behind and the district is in need of tutors, so we responded to the call,” Diedrick said. “We have a sense that a lot of kids are hurting at this point. We want to be there for them and to help in an emotional way as much as in an academic way.” Scott Johnson, executive director of teaching and learning at Centennial Schools, said, “It goes without saying that the past year has presented some unique

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meant to recognize the suffering and forbearance of Christ's 40 days in the desert while he was tested by Satan. This year's Lent season began Feb. 17 and ends April 3. Fish fries are also a way to celebrate Midwestern roots, since many places in Minnesota and Wisconsin were settled by German and Polish Catholics who did not typically eat meat on Fridays. Proximity to freshwater lakes means that a fish fry might feature fresh walleye, bass, perch, bluegill or even catfish, in addition to the more widespread choices of cod and tilapia. Press Publications has compiled a list of fish fries in the northeast metro where you can find your own Lenten meal. Many local restaurants also offer fish fry meals at this time of year. • Arden Hills (3561 Lexington Ave. N) & Blaine (10950 Club W. Parkway NE #280): The Tavern Grill. Monday fish fry 4-10 p.m. every Monday. Unlimited fish fry for $15 featuring wild-caught filet of cod with waffle fries, housemade coleslaw, and housemade tartar sauce. • Blaine: St. Timothy take-out fish fry, serving 5-7 p.m. Feb. 26, March 12 and 26. Includes baked or fried fish, coleslaw, baked beans, potato salad. Cost is $12. Preorder at 800972-0418 or churchofsttimothy.com. • Centerville: Kelly’s Korner, 7098 Centerville Road. All-you-caneat beer-battered Atlantic cod and all the fixings for only $13.95. • Circle Pines: Rusty Cow Café, 2 • South Pine Drive. Every Friday •

from 4-7 p.m. enjoy all-you-can-eat hand-battered pollock, baked potato, coleslaw and housemade tartar sauce for only $14.95. Available for takeout and online. therustycowcafe. com. • Forest Lake: American Legion Post 225, 355 W. Broadway Ave. March 5, 19 and 26. 4-9 p.m. $11 for 3 cod filets, tartar sauce, baby red potatoes, coleslaw, dinner roll. Additional filets, $3 each. Details at Post225.com or 651-464-2600. • Lake Elmo: Lake Elmo Inn, 3442 Lake Elmo Ave. N. March 12, 19, 26 and April 2. Lunch 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Available for dine-in or curbside for $18. It's-all-you-care-to-eat fresh Alaskan haddock (breaded or broiled) served with coleslaw, baked potato or fries. Dinner 5-9 p.m. Friday evening seafood platter, 4-5 oz cold water lobster tail, crab legs, breaded shrimp, scallop and breaded Alaskan haddock. Served with vegetable and starch choice. $65 lakeelmoinn.com/events-specials/ friday-lunch-fish-fry/ • Lexington: Boulevard Bar & Grill, 3800 Restwood Road (4-9 p.m.). All-you-can-eat fish fry for $11.99. Served with coleslaw, your choice of kettle chips or fries and a breadstick. (Dine-in only/no to-go plates). More info: boulevardbarmn.com/ • Lexington: Cowboy’s Saloon, 9005 South Highway Drive. Fish Fry Fridays starting at 5 p.m. Happy hour 3-6 p.m. All-you-can-eat fish fry includes flaky cod for just $10, served with fries. • Lino Lakes: American Legion Post 566, 7731 Lake Drive all Fridays during Lent. $10 for a 3-piece dinner or $13 for all-you-can-eat cod. All

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• Mahtomedi: 4 Seasons Restaurant, 114 Mahtomedi Ave. 11 a.m.-7 p.m. every Friday during Lent. A “Lent box” is available for take-out or dine-in (with reservation). The Box $11.99: 2 pieces (6 oz) battered fried cod, full side of mashed potatoes and gravy, and a side of tartar sauce. Add two more pieces of fried cod for $5. More info at 651-429-2201 and thefourseasonsrestaurant.com. • Oakdale: Guardian Angels, 8260 Fourth St. N., Oakdale, curbside pickup Feb. 26, March 12 and 26. Dinners include fried or baked fish, red potatoes, mac and cheese, green beans, coleslaw, roll with butter and dessert. Cost is $13. More info at guardian-angels.org/fish-fry/. • Oakdale: Transfiguration Catholic Church, 6133 15th Street North, March 12 and 26, 5-7 p.m. Adults $10/seniors $8 (65 and older)/12 & under $5, or $30 per household (cash and check only). In-person: Transfiguration Gymnasium. Curbside pickup: school entrance. Dinner includes fried or baked fish, grilled cheese, coleslaw, french fries, tater tots, baked potatoes, dessert

and beverage. transfigurationmn. org, 651-738-2646. • Oakdale: The Wild Boar Bar and Grill in Oakdale, 950 Helena Ave. N. 11:30 a.m.-11 p.m. All-you-can-eat fish fry every Friday. Cod fish served with fries, coleslaw and potato salad for $12.99. • Shoreview: St. Odilia’s Catholic Church, 3495 North Victoria St. Fish fry pickup & drive-thru Stations of the Cross. Friday, March 26, from 5-7:30 p.m. Money raised will support St. Odilia Knight’s Athletics. Fish fry is PRE-ORDER ONLY starting March 1 and due by Wednesday, March 24. Contact 651-484-6681. • White Bear Lake: Alley Cat’s Gourmet Sandwiches, 1971 Whitaker St. Fish and chips available every Friday during Lent. • White Bear Lake: Cabin 61, 4150 Hoffman Road, Fridays lunch or dinner. Wild Alaskan battered cod, french fries, creamy coleslaw, $13. More info 651-340-8415. • White Bear Lake: St. Pius X, 3878 Highland Ave., Feb. 26 and March 26. Curbside to-go dinner includes fried or baked cod, baked potato, coleslaw and dinner roll. Cost is $12. Preorders, additional details available at churchofstpiusx.org/ winterfest. • White Bear Lake: Red Lobster, 2925 White Bear Ave. Indulge in handbattered, wild-caught cod served with fries and coleslaw for $11.99. • White Bear Lake: VFW Post 1782, 4496 Lake Ave. S. Friday Fish Fry through Easter. Reservations limited to 90 minutes due to high demand. Take-out is also available. More info 651-426-4944. • White Bear Lake: The Village Sports Bar at the Stadium, 3600 Hoffman Road. Fish fry Fridays $14.99 for center-cut Atlantic cod tenderloins (beer-battered and fried or broiled), choice of potato and coleslaw. More info 651-770-8670 or villageinnstadium.com. • Wyoming: Smokey’s Pub ‘N Grill, 552 Lincoln Drive. Handmade beerbattered Atlantic cod fish fry every Friday for $12.50. Includes two 1/4 lb Atlantic cod fillets, slaw, house tartar, and fries or tater tots. Add extra cod fillets for $3.50 each. More info: smokeyspubngrill.net/.

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Survey finds 1 in 5 high schoolers use e-cigarettes The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) recently released findings from the 2020 Minnesota Youth Tobacco Survey. Although the survey found that Minnesota has achieved historically low levels of youth smoking, it also revealed that the youth e-cigarette epidemic continues. One in five Minnesota high schoolers reported using e-cigarettes within the past 30 days, and 70% of youth e-cigarette users reported signs of dependence. The survey also found that 84% of high school and 63% of middle school students used a flavored tobacco product (menthol or other flavors) in the past 30 days. “The reduction in youth cigarette smoking is a public health success story — and we urgently need additional policies to combat the youth e-cigarette epidemic,” said Molly Moilanen, vice president at ClearWay Minnesota and co-chair of Minnesotans for a Smoke-Free Generation.

“Minnesota needs a comprehensive, allhands-on-deck approach to protect the next generation from lifelong tobacco addiction — including high prices, investing in tobacco prevention and treatment and ending the sale of all flavored tobacco products.” Minnesotans for a Smoke-Free Generation is a coalition of more than 60 organizations that share a common goal of reducing youth tobacco use and ending commercial tobacco’s harm for good. The coalition supports increasing tobacco prices, ending the sale of all flavored tobacco products and investing in tobacco prevention programs. This year, Minnesota lawmakers in both chambers have proposed bills to achieve those goals. The coalition supports bills to end the sale of all flavored tobacco products in Minnesota (HF 904/SF1271) and invest in tobacco prevention and treatment (HF569/

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and treatment. Bipartisan proposals in both chambers aim to invest additional dollars in tobacco prevention programs at the Minnesota Department of Health. The COVID-19 pandemic adds urgency to tobacco prevention efforts, since current and former smokers are at increased risk for severe illness from COVID-19. To make matters worse, communities targeted From press release

POLICE REPORTS The Lino Lakes Police Department reported the following incidents: • Officers were dispatched to a business in the 7000 block of 21st Avenue South on a theft report Feb. 23. Officers investigated the incident and subsequently cited an adult female with theft. • Officers were dispatched to a gas line leaking in the 7200 block of Watermark Way Feb. 23. Fire staff and CenterPoint Energy responded to the scene and the line was crimped to stop the leak. Repairs were later made to restore service.

• Officers responded to a report of a male shooting a firearm in a field in the 300 block of Main Street Feb. 23. The male had already left the location before officer arrival, but officers were able to reach him on the phone. Officer determined no crime had occurred. • Officers stopped a vehicle for a traffic offense in the 300 block of Main Street Feb. 25. The officer spotted drug paraphernalia inside the vehicle, which was subsequently searched. The drive was cited for multiple offenses. • Officers took a theft from motor vehicle report from a resident in the 6800 block of 21st Avenue South Feb. 25. • An officer observed a road rage incident in the area of Lake Drive and Hodgson Road Feb. 25. The officer subsequently stopped and cited both drivers involved in the incident. • Officers received a phone call report of a possible assault in the 700 block of Town Center Parkway

Feb. 27. The case is under investigation. • An officer received a report of a possible drunk driver in the 8000 block of Lake Drive Feb. 27. The officer subsequently stopped the vehicle and the adult male driver was arrested for third-degree DWI. • Officers took a report of identity theft from a resident in the 200 block of Cherry Lane March 1. The victim told officers they had more than $1,500 in unauthorized charges to his account. The case is under investigation.

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End of traveling basketball

ur eighth–grade son’s traveling youth basketball career came to an end. For the past five years he played with mostly the same group of kids, and we spent nearly every weekend during the winter months sitting in gyms with the other families. The friendships will continue, but as we watched the last tournament at Stillwater High School, we were kind of sad. It’s the end of an era for our family. We have watched this group of kids grow up. As families, we have celebrated milestones and even gone through some triumphs and tragedies together. Many of these boys will continue to play basketball at a more competitive level in high school, and I look forward to watching them. I’ve always believed the value of youth sports is as much about learning life skills as athletic skills. What youth athletes gained by participating is, perhaps, a lifelong interest, whether they enjoy watching baseball, or playing on a softball team with their co-workers at their first job. Maybe they will a mom or dad who coaches Publisher’s become someday. They might be a better future employee because they View learned at a young age how to show Carter Johnson respect for a coach, and how to work toward the greater good as a member of a team. They will be successful because they know how to set and work toward achieving a goal. Maybe they will make friends easier because they have experienced camaraderie and how to be a good teammate. Perhaps they will live more active, healthy lives because of the habits instilled early on. The list goes on. 85th birthday A party was planned to celebrate my dad’s 85th birthday. My sister worked to get 85 birthday cards sent. Loads of cards arrived in his mailbox every day, and he was thrilled. It’s a good reminder how a personal note can make a difference. Many were unique, such as a giant card with a photo collage and a witty poem. This past year, our team at Press has covered the unique ways people are celebrating birthdays in the pandemic. These milestone celebrations may not turn out the way families expected but may end up being the most memorable. Hiding behind screens A new superpower comes alive when one is seated behind a screen. The power allows people to share their thoughts through email messages and social media posts with a confidence they never would have when engaging others face to face. The elixir of truth is alive when one is hiding behind a screen. Like we tell our kids, “If you don’t have something nice to say, don’t say it.” Or, at least think long and hard before saying it. Think about it for a day before sending a hateful email or writing something nasty in a social media post. Citizens who care about the community and the local paper share concerns with us all the time. We don’t always get it right, but we will acknowledge when we make mistakes and try to clarify or correct it. We are thankful for our readers, our community members who send us notes or call when they have a story idea, concern or complaint and allow us a chance to fix it. This is called citizenship. To those inclined to share complaints about our local business on social media, I ask you to pick up the phone instead. Businesses make mistakes and should be afforded the opportunity to correct them before their reputation is tarnished in a post. If you have a bad experience, reach out to the manager or owner before broadcasting it to the masses. They deserve and want the opportunity to make things right. I have great hope we all can do a better to make our community better. Grow friendships in person. If you feel that superpower strength coming on and want to make a comment, write it down and let it sit for a day. Even better get a friend to proof it before you send it. The wrong words can destroy. Addressing concerns in a respectful way can help us all grow and prosper. Carter Johnson is publisher of Press Publications.

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he year 2020 has been a challenge with the global COVID-19 pandemic and all the fallout from it. The Centennial Community Food Shelf (CCFS) has continued its mission of “In the spirit of love, provide nourishment to people”. This community has been amazingly generous in its efforts to volunteer and donate food and funds. In response to the pandemic, our staff of volunteers has been able to establish a system to distribute food while complying with state mandated Movers & protocols for the safety of our volunteers and Shakers clients. We have Sheri Hanson implemented a delivery model bringing food to our clients vehicles with minimal contact. Thanks to the crews of volunteers working the distribution, rescue pickup and delivery details. With increased donations and grants during this difficult time, we are able to temporarily offer clients a chance to come twice a month. 2021 will be a continuation of the current

operations until we are able to open safely with guidance from our state government and the CDC. Unfortunately, we have been unable to accept new volunteers in our effort to minimize traffic in the CCFS building. We are looking forward to welcoming our volunteers and clients back in the building when we can safely open. Improvements to our physical space and appliances have helped with food storage and delivery. Through grants received, we were able to upgrade our carts and add a new freezer. The city of Circle Pines gave us access to an additional room expanding our operational space. Our lighting system has been upgraded by Connexus Enegry with the assistance of the city of Circle Pines. Julia Anderson is the Director of the Powerpack team. Powerpack is a 100% volunteer –run program that, with the help of each of the nine Centennial schools, delivers packs to students experiencing hunger in the Centennial School District. Even when the schools were shut down, Powerpack coordinated with the school lunch program to get packs delivered at the same time as curbside food pick up for Thanksgiving and Christmas. Powerpack continued delivering

packs to those students in need that remained in school (students with special needs and students with parents serving as essential workers). Our numbers from September through February are: 2,571 packs sent. I, Sheri Hanson, the newly elected president, will be filling some pretty big shoes left by Ron Koon. He leaves the office after three consecutive terms. With over 30 years of experience, he has generously offered to be an advisor to the current board. I will be working closely with our Executive Director Bridget McPhillips for another year. Three board members have decided to move on, they are Dave Kircher (20 years), Yvonne Guptill (6 years), and Cindy Hall (8 years). Their many contributions have made CCFS the organization it is today. I am looking forward to introducing myself to and working closely with the awesome members of this community. May the current board continue to have the support and prayers of this community as they fulfill our mission, “In the spirit of love, provide nourishment to people” (and some pets). Sheri Hanson is the president of the Centennial Community Food Shelf

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Logo contest now open for 2021 Fete des Lacs Calling all Centerville Elementary School and Centennial Middle School students! The Centerville Parks and Recreation Committee is sponsoring a logo art contest to design the 2021 Fete des Lacs logo. There are two contests: one at Centerville Elementary School and one at Centennial Middle School. The logo design should feature images that

represent Centerville and/or this year’s theme, which is Centerville Heroes. Some ideas include Centerville’s Native American and/or French heritage, Centerville’s two lakes (Peltier Lake and Centerville Lake) and diversity of Fete des Lacs events. Entries are due by April 1. The winning logo(s) will be used to promote Fete des Lacs and featured on the

festival’s annual 5K/8K run T-shirts as well as on posters/flyers. First-place winners at both schools will receive $100 and the second-place winners will receive $50. Art entries should be submitted through the schools in the proper format. For more information, or to download the templates for each school, visit fetedeslacs.org/logo-contest.

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POLITICAL BRIEF Emmer announces 6th annual Young Women's Leadership Program Congressman Tom Emmer’s office is now accepting applications for the sixth annual Young Women's Leadership Program (YWLP) for high school girls in Minnesota’s 6th Congressional District. The YWLP is an annual program designed to give young women the opportunity to learn from and engage with some of Minnesota's top female leaders. The program consists of three panels throughout the summer for young women entering grades 9-12. Each panel features an open round table discussion with the other participants and women professionals from various fields to share their insights, guidance and stories. For more information, or to apply, visit emmer. house.gov/young-womens-leadership-program. Applications will be accepted through May 28. For questions, contact Abby.Rime@mail.house.gov.

NAMES IN THE NEWS Jacob Schneider, of Lino Lakes, is a student journalist for TommieMedia at the University of St. Thomas. Schneider, along with TommieMedia journalists Carly Noble and Jack Stanek, won third place in the Better Newspaper Contest (BNC) for a sports story titled, “St. Thomas falls to St. John’s 38-20 in rivalry game.” BNC is sponsored by the Minnesota Newspaper Association Jacob Schneider (MNA).

of each lane will be milled along the curb and the overlay will be crowned to ensure adequate drainage, and a few curb and gutter segments will need to be replaced. • Per the city’s

assessment policy, 30% of the total project cost ($63,960) will be assessed to abutting property owners. It is estimated that there is 4,601 feet of assessable frontage. • Following the public

hearing April 1, the City Council will need to authorize the preparation of plans and specifications for the project. Construction will be complete in August and an assessment hearing

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WEEKLY WAG Hondo is his name, but he’ll answer to just about anything if you shake a bag of treats. You’d think a 7-year-old, 15-pound male Chihuahua rocking a pink harness would have loads of confidence, but he’s actually a bit timid, especially when he first meets new people. Slow introductions are critical. Hondo may do best in a quiet household with no kids. He would enjoy a fenced backyard, and he loves going for walks. Once Hondo earns your trust, good luck relaxing without him invading your space. He loves lap naps. Hondo is originally from Texas, and this Minnesota climate has led to some skin and

eye irritation. He’s currently receiving daily eye drops and an over-the-counter antihistamine. Hondo does have a rap sheet with biting incidents, but has not had any occurrences with his foster family. Hondo is good with adults and other dogs but would be uncomfortable in a home with cats and young children. He likes car rides and paying fetch. He’s leash-trained and crate-trained. He’s eventempered, gentle, affectionate, smart and eager to please. If you are interested in Hondo, please fill out an adoption application at www.ruffstartrescue. org. Once your application is received, Ruff Start Rescue will contact you as soon as possible.

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was trying to find a way to help students socially. “These kids really need a place to hang out and be social and safe,” she said. The Open Door program launched in February, and Applequist said the hope is to continue it for the remainder of the school year. Right now, Open Door is held every Wednesday from 1 to 3 p.m., but that may change as the district’s learning models fluctuate. Eight volunteers with different skillsets are on call to help if needed for homework help, and students can also spend the time talking with their

peers or playing board/video games. “We are here to help,” Applequist said. Diedrick added, “I think it can be intimidating for children to just walk into a place on their own. We are here for them, and there's nothing to fear, there's nothing to be ashamed of in asking for help. We are here for them.” If the demand is there, the Diedrick and Applequist said they will consider extending the program into the summer months to continue the social piece of the program. For more information, contact Diedrick at 763-7848417 or pastor@goodshepherdlink.org or Applequist at melanie@goodshepherdlink.org. Lead Editor Shannon Granholm can be reached at 651-407-1227 or quadnews@presspubs.com.

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The Centennial Middle School and Elementary Cheer Teams began practicing in the fall and have been able to keep their seasons going through the several “dial backs” of state health and safety guidelines. The team even held online practices. Both teams participated in two in-person competitions. The middle school team took home third place at the Frosty Fest Cheer Competition in January at St. Michael Albertville Middle School.

Targeted picketing ordinance is official BY LORETTA HARDING CONTRIBUTING WRITER

CENTERVILLE — Following several workshops and an opportunity to mull over a proposed targeted picketing ordinance, the Centerville City Council has officially passed the ordinance. The ordinance bans targeted residential protests without property owner permission. The first reading of the ordinance was held Feb. 10. The ordinance was adopted by a vote of 4-1 Feb. 24, Council Member Steve King opposed. King said he wanted to look at the targeted picketing playbook drafted by the League of Minnesota Cities (LMC) before Centerville passed its own ordinance. At the Feb. 10 meeting, King said the city already has other laws, such as those that prohibit blocking streets and trespassing on private property.

“Why do we have to have another law?” he asked. Mayor D. Love said the LMC is sharing a targeting picketing playbook among cities because targeted picketing incidents are becoming more common. Centerville's ordinance follows the lead set by its neighbor city, Hugo, after protesters assembled outside the home of former Minneapolis Police Union President Chief Bob Kroll. The Hugo ordinance prohibits standing, marching or patrolling a residence that is singled out by one or more people. At the Feb. 10 meeting, City Attorney Kurt Glaser advised council not to try to alter the language of the proposed ordinance. “Either adopt the ordinance or vote against it,” he said. Although councils are not legally obligated to conduct two readings of an

ordinance, the Centerville council took the extra time to have a good think about how to safeguard both property rights and the rights of free speech. The goal of a city is to allow free speech with very small loopholes, Glaser said at the Feb. 10 meeting. Police may not have the ability to control crowds if they get out of hand. “Police have tools. But a very determined group might target a home and be not only unlawful, but menacing.” Centerville's ordinance mirrors state statute, which says there is something special about a home, Glaser said. “Their home is their castle,” he noted.

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Following the summer picketing incident in their city, Hugo officials said they wished they had had a couple more things on the books to help them, Love explained. “This (ordinance) is something for our city just to give our police another tool in their tool bag to protect our city,” he said. “There have been no issues so far in our city, which is a blessing for us. But there's no guarantee that it won't happen.” Centerville's targeted picketing ban doesn't not stop anyone from picketing or protesting, Love said, as long as it is conducted in an orderly manner.

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The Centennial Cougars generated another big third period and defeated Blaine 5-3 on Saturday evening, capping a 3-0 week. The Cougars trailed 3-1 before pumping in the last four goals of the game, by Drake Ramirez (power play), Owen Van Tassel, Isaak Ankrum and Van Tassel again. That marked the fifth time in the last eight games that Centennial (113-1) has scored four or more goals in the final period, all wins. The Cougars have outscored opponents 43-10 in the third period. “The kids just seem to get better as the game goes on,” coach Ritch Menne acknowledged. He cited the depth of experience the team has and their hard work in practices. “The intensity at practice on a daily basis is really fun to watch. You can't ever count this group out with

the amount of fire power we have.” Connor Thompson had the first goal for the Cougars. Goalie Leo Troje made 28 saves. Matt McIntyre had two goals for Blaine (9-7). Centennial beat Blaine 6-0 at home Monday as Henry Bartle and Matt Everson notched two goals each, and Ramirez and Van Tassel one each. Brody Pass made three assists. Jack Fuller stopped 29 shots by Blaine (9-5). The Cougars clipped Totino-Grace 5-1 at home Thursday, getting three special-teams goals in the first period: power plays by Bartle and Peyton Blair, then Bartle shorthanded. Ankrum notched a goal and two assists, Rameriz had the other goal and Troje stopped 21 of 22 shots. Totino-Grace (6-5-1) had tied the Cougars 2-2 earlier. “We are getting scoring from a lot of different players,” Menne said, “and we don't need to depend on 2-3 guys to score goals.”

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SPORTS BRIEFS Boys basketball: Cougars lose two; Coach praises team’s approach Centennial absorbed two losses in the past week, bringing their record to 2-13. “We are enjoying the process of getting better each day,” coach David Frasier said. “It is a great group of student athletes that do things the right way on and off the court. The seniors will be missed as they are special individuals, and have taken our program culture to a higher level.” Osseo (8-6) beat the Cougars 80-47 on Tuesday evening, led by Josh Ola-Joseph with 22 points and Tyrese Waits with 18. Mason Lindsay and Zach Frank had 12 each for the Cougars. Coon Rapids tripped the Cougars 72-55 on Thursday, with M.J. Gallmah netting 22 points, Jordan Doe 17 and Elijah Smith 16. Centennial had Luke Clark and Frank with 13 points each, and Tommy Palmsteen and Ty Burgoon with 10 each.

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The Centennial girls clipped Robbinsdale Armstrong/Cooper 6-2 last Tuesday, their fourth straight win, before Blaine stopped them 3-1 Friday evening. Megan Goodreau delivered three goals and Alyssa Schumacher, Callie Cody and Lauren O’Hara had one each against Robbinsdale (0-13-1). Goalie Anna Peterson made 13 saves. Against Blaine, Goodreau smacked her 20th goal just 17 seconds into the game, but the Cougars’ other 23 shots were foiled by Bengal goalie Hailey Hansen. Maddie Andrle tied it for Blaine and Macy Janssen scored their next two. Cougar goalie Kaitlin Groess made 21 saves. Blaine (10-5) avenged an earlier 2-0 loss to the Cougars.

Sydney Kubes is a steady contributor on Centennial’s 14-1 basketball team as a first-year starter. The 5-foot-9 junior guard averages 7.7 points, 5.5 rebounds, 2.3 assists and 2.6 steals, and leads the Cougars with 17 three-pointers. Her high game is 18. “Sydney is becoming one of those players that just fills up the stat line,” coach Jamie Sobolik observed. “She has always taken pride in her three-point shooting but is starting to realize how all-around a player she really is.” Kubes was also defensive MVP on the Cougars 13-1 soccer team this fall.

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(1-14). The Cougars won 72-50 over Coon Rapids (1-10) at home Thursday. Guyer and Anderson sank 18 points apiece and Cummings 15. Rowan Thom netted 11 points and Nicole Post 10 for Coon Rapids (1-10). Overcoming a typically stellar performance by Park Center’s Adalia McKenzie, the Cougars beat the Pirates 69-56 Saturday evening at home. McKenzie, an Illinois recruit averaging 27.8 points, poured in 31 points. Guyer tallied 17 points, Sydney Kubes 16, and Anderson and Cummings 14 each. Vanessa Saidu added 13 for Park Center (9-5).

While activities surrounding this year’s Vasaloppet may have been subdued, the enthusiasm of ski racers and volunteers was unrestrained. Overall the event upheld a spirit of sportsmanship, camaraderie and perseverance. The Vasaloppet USA board made many adjustments to this year’s races to drastically reduce crowds and to spread skiers apart. Rather than hold the Vasaloppet’s four main races (the

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CENTENNIAL SCHOOL BOARD HAPPENINGS • Students in grades 6-12 will shift from hybrid learning to full-time, in-person learning Monday, March 22. All students will be in school five days per week, Monday through Friday. Per the governor’s order, families have the option to continue distance learning for the remainder of the school year. Superintendent Brian Dietz explained that students will take three classes one week and three classes the next week instead of the traditional six each day to limit transitions and movement in the hallways. • American Indian Parent Advisory Committee (AIPAC) has agreed that the district’s programs meet American Indian student needs. Minnesota Statutes section 124D.78 requires Minnesota districts, charters and tribal schools with 10 or more American Indian students to have an AIPAC. To meet statutory requirements, districts must submit annual compliance documents to the Office of American Indian Education, and the AIPAC must decide whether or not it concurs with the educational offerings for American Indian students. The

AIPAC will present to the school board later this spring. • The school board has revised the 2020-21 budget. Executive Director of Business Services Patrick Chaffey said that in total, the district budget revision is projecting a deficit of $632,278. The revision includes the Centerville Elementary addition, new federal dollars related to COVID-19 and other impacts on the budget due to the ongoing pandemic. • The district modified its agreements with Lorenz, CST Transportation and Safe Tree Transportation for transportation services. All of the contract addendums reflect changes to the services rendered by each of the vendors during distance learning. • Fees for Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE), preschool and Kids Club will increase for the 2021-22 school year. Director of Community Education Cori Sendle explained that this last year has been challenging for community education. She said many of the programs are seeing reduced participation, and more supplies have been needed. There have also

been increased costs for staffing. The school board approved the increases Feb. 22. • Students in grades 3-5 could have Chromebooks later this month as a part of the district’s 1:1 initiative. Directory of Technology Mike Christensen said that the original purchase agreement was canceled, as the previous vendor kept delaying delivery because of COVID-19 impacts. The school board approved a new purchase agreement with Trafera Feb. 22 for 2,200 Chromebooks for $536,800. • The 2021-22 school calendar has been revised. Executive Director of Teaching and Learning Scott Johnson explained a technical error was identified; Nov. 30 was not entered into in the calendar, which resulted in an extra instructional day that month. To correct the error, Jan. 17, 2022 (Martin Luther King Day) will be converted to a no-school day for students and staff; the staff development day previously scheduled for Jan. 17 will be moved to Nov. 24, which will be a no-school day for students. • The district and Centennial

Education Association (CEA) have agreed that if the Minnesota Department of Health or a COVID-19 coordinator determines that an employee must quarantine because he/she has had close contact with a student or staff member who tested positive, and that exposure occurred while the employee was performing required job duties, the district will continue to pay the employee at his/ her regular rate of pay for up to 14 work days without deducting the time from personal leave or sick leave. The district will also pay an employee’s regular rate of pay for up to 10 work days, if he/she tests positive as a result of being in close contact with a student or staff member who also tested positive. The school board scheduled a special meeting for Tuesday, March 16. There will be a work study session at 5:30 p.m. followed by the regular meeting at 6:30 p.m. The reason for the meeting is to accept bids for the Centerville Elementary addition project. Shannon Granholm

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